Skip to content
Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest TikTok Apple Podcasts

Check Out Easy Recipes for Busy Weeknights

Sweetpea Lifestyle
  • Welcome to Sweetpea
  • Resource Library
  • Shop
  • cookingExpand
    • appetizers
    • basics
    • beverages
    • breakfast
    • low carb living
    • main dishes
    • meal prep
    • salads
    • sandwiches
    • soups
    • southern recipes
    • side dishes
    • something sweet
    • tiktok recipes
  • lifestyleExpand
    • DIY
    • gift guides
    • goal setting
    • organization
    • time management
    • tips & tricks
  • celebratingExpand
    • holidaysExpand
      • Thanksgiving
      • Christmas
      • New Years
      • Easter
      • Americana
      • Other Holidays
    • hosting
    • group dinners
    • parties
  • Meet Ashley!
  • Resources
Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest TikTok Apple Podcasts
Sweetpea Lifestyle
Home / holidays

holidays

Holiday Baked Ham Recipe (How Long to Cook a Ham) 
cooking | holidays | main dishes

Holiday Baked Ham Recipe (How Long to Cook a Ham) 

The Best Beef Tenderloin Dinner Party (Easy Menu)
celebrating | Christmas | cooking | Group Dinners | main dishes | New Year

The Best Beef Tenderloin Dinner Party (Easy Menu)

Jiffy Corn Pudding Recipe
Christmas | cooking | holidays | side dishes | Thanksgiving

Jiffy Corn Pudding Recipe

Galentine’s Party Decor Ideas: Glam up Your Gal Pal Bash
celebrating | holidays

Galentine’s Party Decor Ideas: Glam up Your Gal Pal Bash

New Year’s Day Soul Bowl
celebrating | cooking | holidays | main dishes

New Year’s Day Soul Bowl

Chopped Autumn Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 
cooking | salads | Thanksgiving

Chopped Autumn Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 

Christmas Party Buffet Food Ideas (Easy Recipes)
appetizers | celebrating | Christmas | cooking | holidays

Christmas Party Buffet Food Ideas (Easy Recipes)

Perfect Oven-Baked Spiral Ham (How Long to Cook)
Christmas | cooking | Easter | main dishes | Thanksgiving

Perfect Oven-Baked Spiral Ham (How Long to Cook)

Page navigation

1 2 3 … 9 Next PageNext
Hey, y'all! I’M ashley!

Welcome!

Many years ago, I created Sweetpea Lifestyle as a way of sharing simple recipes and entertaining tips with friends.⁣

Sweetpea Lifestyle is a go-to resource for dependable recipes that help you effortlessly entertain—you’ll learn to edit out the mess of over-complicated dinner parties

sweetpealifestyle
The trick to marinating juicy, tender chicken no o The trick to marinating juicy, tender chicken no one is talking about… Raise your hand if you’ve ever marinated chicken, and you think it’s going to be *so good*!? You bite into it, and it’s mealy, almost tough, and all around bleh?! I’ve got a few tips for grilling the *best* chicken! First, if your marinade is highly acidic marinate for 30 minutes or less. Say you want to marinate your chicken in pickle juice (delish!). Because it’s so acidic, the chicken only needs a little bit of time. The acid starts to cook the chicken (that’s why it turns that white opaque color!). Yes, chicken can marinate in seasonings and other “juices” overnight just fine. 👻 My trick is to use the acid just before grilling! Whether it’s a spritz of lemon juice, drizzle of vinegar, or a heavy handed pour of pickle juice, 15 minutes is all the chicken needs! Take this marinade! It’s French Dressing plus some fresh sliced onions and a garlic and herb seasoning. When I went to get my grill ready, I added a drizzle of Prosecco Vinegar. That 15 minutes with the vinegar was just enough to add flavor, but not make it mealy and tough. Want the recipe?! Here you go! 1 cup French Dressing 1 small Onion, sliced 1 TBS Garlic & Herb Seasoning 2 TBS Prosecco Vinegar Place the chicken in a baggie with the French dressing, sliced onion, and garlic and herb seasoning. Smoosh around to evenly coat, and let it marinate overnight. When you’re ready to grill, add the Prosecco vinegar while you prepare your grill. Grill as you usually would! . . . #chickenmarinade #grillingandchilling #grilledchicken #grillingtips #summerrecipes
I mean, y’all!! My slice of the Carolina Pines i I mean, y’all!! My slice of the Carolina Pines is pure heaven.
Ready for a little Hosting Math?! Here’s how I Ready for a little Hosting Math?! Here’s how I create a ✨magical✨ gathering for my people! ✅ Table Top: Choose 2 items that are the focal point of your table. 🕯️ Candles. 💐 Flowers 🥘 Food. 🪩 Something Extra. ✅ Main Dish: You need one main dish and a couple of sides. If you’re serving a salad, choose one side dish. ✅ Appetizer: Choose something you can make a head, or assemble without cooking. ✅ Fun Thing: I love using fun servingware (like the LOVE bowls for charcuterie!). It’s an instant conversation starter! ✅ Showstopper: Whether it’s HOW you serve your meal (on a tea-tray!) or WHAT you serve, something needs to be a showstopper. That doesn’t mean it needs to be expensive! Just a major wow-factor! What do y’all think?! . . .#hostingathome #hostingtips #hostingideas #dinnerpartyinspiration #dinnerparty
What are the little moments YOU live for? What are the little moments YOU live for?
It’s always tough when people start doing things It’s always tough when people start doing things you don’t want them to do! While they’re being helpful, sometimes it’s a vibe killer! Here are some questions to pose while you and a pal clear the table: 🔎 What’s the perfect Saturday for you? No budget, nothing is off limits! 🔎 Are you in the career you thought you would be? 🔎 If heaven is real, what do you want to hear God say when you walk in the gate? Hope this helps!! . . . #summerentertaining #hostingdinner #hostingathome
Want to know the FIVE things you DO NOT need at yo Want to know the FIVE things you DO NOT need at your party? Social media is a fantastic place to get motivated and inspired to gather people around your table! Sometimes, it’s a bit over the top, and lacking the “everyday-ness” of the point of hosting people… Here are FIVE things you do NOT need at your party! 1️⃣ Over the top, one-time-use items. I get it if it’s for a specific birthday, but even then… Do you really need all that stuff?! Try shopping your home first, and getting creative with what you already have! 2️⃣ Bad Attitudes. No one wants to be greeted by a bad attitude, whether you are opening the door, or the guest coming through it! Leave it at the door, or ask for help getting out of your funk. 3️⃣ Stuffy Food. It’s fun every once in a while, but people are there for you! Good food is what lures people to your table, but don’t feel like you need to make it a 5-star restaurant worthy meal every time. 4️⃣ Disorganized Chaos. We are all busy people! Know your own capacity and when you have a little more to willingly open your home. ((Every season is different, and each season doesn’t last forever!)) 5️⃣ Unintentional Expectations. You, the host, have an idea in your mind of what you hope your time together looks like! Let your people know your expectations and everyone will have a better time. Are you guilty of any of these?! I am more frequently than I care to admit! As we peek at the Holidays on the horizon, keep these five things in mind! . . . #hostingathome #hostingdinner #summerentertaining
Happy Fri-Yay, Sweet Friends! I blinked and this Happy Fri-Yay, Sweet Friends! I blinked and this week is over! What about you?! If you’re new here, Hi! I’m Ashley! The Sweetpea behind Sweetpea Lifestyle. When I was a little girl, I would play in my darling grandmother’s walk in pantry. I’d set up a big tea party and chat with my dolls about how I made all the food and set the table. Now, as an adult, I get to do this same scenario FOR A LIVING! ((Pinch me.)) I am so grateful for each one of y’all who show up and engage with my posts here on the ‘Gram. You’re amazing! . . . #summerentertaining #summerrecipes #dinnerpartyinspiration
Steakhouse Chicken is my go-to recipe for summer g Steakhouse Chicken is my go-to recipe for summer grilling! Inside @allrecipes new digital magazine you can find the recipe I developed with @countrycrock for a sensational summertime feast! Add a little EXTRA to ordinary grilled chicken to create an extraordinary experience! Say CHICKEN and I’ll share the link with you! . . . #countrycrockpartner #summerentertaining #allrecipes #allrecipesallstars #AllstarSummerBash #summerrecipes #grillingseason
There is nothing I love than a potato loaded with There is nothing I love than a potato loaded with all the things…! Butter 🧈 Bacon 🥓 Chives 🧅 Sour Cream 🥛 This “spud spread” is a little recipe I developed for @countrycrock! You can find it inside @allrecipes new digital magazine! And, this was the first time I used melted Country Crock on my potatoes BEFORE baking… They came out incredibly crispy! You’ve got to try it. Say SPUD in your comment and I'll share the recipes with you! . . . #countrycrockpartner #summerentertaining #allrecipes #allrecipesallstars #AllstarSummerBash #summerrecipes #grillingseason
Only watch this if you’re ready to take your tom Only watch this if you’re ready to take your tomato bruschetta to the next level! Have you ever added a little splish splash of wine to your garlic butter before you swipe it over the bread?! You should try it. It’s in the Bruschetta recipe I developed for @countrycrock inside @allrecipes new digital magazine! And, it makes your homegrown summer tomatoes SING! Say TOMATO and I’ll share the link with you! . . . #countrycrockpartner #summerentertaining #allrecipes #allrecipesallstars #AllstarSummerBash #summerrecipes #grillingseason
Elevate your summer with a few new recipes that wi Elevate your summer with a few new recipes that will have you gathered around the table in no time! Y’all, I got to develop a few recipes for my friends @countrycrock and @allrecipes. Say CROCK to tap on over and read the delicious recipes! 🍅 Crispy Bruschetta 🍗 Steakhouse Chicken 🥔 Loaded Potato Wedges 🍑 Peach Cobbler It’s a full menu ready for you to call up some friends and have them over for a summer feast! . . . #countrycrockpartner #summerentertaining #allrecipes #allrecipesallstars #AllstarSummerBash #summerrecipes #grillingseason
Need a little journal prompt to get your week star Need a little journal prompt to get your week started well? I’ve never called myself someone who journals… But I do! Each morning, I start my day with a little kinetic writing and thinking. This month, I started my seventh Moleskine, and I’ve realized I am a journaler! So, while no one asked for it, I thought I would share the prompt I used for the day each Monday. Using prompts every so often is a great way to reinvigorate your mind and explore questions that might be helpful to get on paper and out of your head. . . . #journalprompt #journaling #writeitdown #sundayreset
Happy Friday! Pop the top on your favorite wine a Happy Friday! Pop the top on your favorite wine and have a little party! I got this new wine corkscrew from @zylissusa and I’m loving it! You can snag your own from Amazon and use a code for a discount! Code: 15EASHLEY Say Vino in the comments and I’ll share the link with you! . . . #zylisspartner #zylissusa #affiliatelink
Use code 15sweetpea for a discount on your Amazon Use code 15sweetpea for a discount on your Amazon order with Cole and Mason! This *gorgeous* oil and vinegar dispenser is already getting put to good use! I filled my oil up with *good olive oil* and the vinegar up with a citrus champagne vinegar. It’s the perfect combo for a drizzle over homegrown tomatoes, on a salad, or for concocting a fabulous marinade! Don’t forget to drop one of these dispensers into your Amazon Prime Day cart! . . . #coleandmasonpartner #coleandmason #amazonaffiliate #amazonprimeday #oilandvinegar #kitchenmusthaves
Piedmont Pennies sent me their *new* flavors!! Y’all… these are scrumpitous! I have big plans for a Caesar Salad later this week with the Parmesan and Herb flavored ones. So good!! Head over to @piedmontpennies to snag your own! . . . #cheese #piedmontpennies #crackers #staycheesin #spicy #spicyfood #chipotle #spicychipotle #pepper #crackers💥 #cltfood #clt #femalefounder #femalefoodie #foodie #cltblogger #cltfood
Are you ready for the EASIEST french onion dip, th Are you ready for the EASIEST french onion dip, that doesn’t use the packet?! I’m not knocking the packet… I love that salty packet of onion dip mix! But, sometimes you want summer’s best onions deeply caramelized and stirred into sour cream. This recipe is something you’ll make over and over! It’s 4 ingredients total, and the best little something to have for a poolside snack! Or evening cocktails? Or Mid-Week Movie Night? Here’s the recipe: INGREDIENTS: 2 Vidalia Onions, diced and caramelized (If you’re not sure how to do this, let me know in the comments and I’ll be happy to make a video for you!)) 16 ounces Sour Cream 1 tsp Kosher Salt 15 cranks of Black Pepper Mix your onions, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a big bowl. Let the sit for at least 30 minutes before serving with crispy kettle chips, crunchy raw veggies, or even smeared over grill chicken! It’s so simple, yet so delicious! . . . #easyappetizer #easyrecipe #grillingandchilling #summerentertaining
Just me?! This All the Onion Cheeseball is PERFEC Just me?! This All the Onion Cheeseball is PERFECT for a scoop or two of sweet and spicy pepper jelly! Tell me your favorite mid-afternoon snack and say the word CHEESE in your comment and I’ll send you the recipe. I always have something like this on hand, just in case someone stops by or I need a little afternoon snacky-snack! . . . #cheeseball #summerentertaining #easyrecipe #easyappetizer #cheeseball
Sunday (Wardrobe) Reset! This is a little “alte Sunday (Wardrobe) Reset! This is a little “alteration” I’ve made to my weekends. We’ve all heard that in order to have a great day you start the night before. Set up your coffee/tea Set out your clothes Get your life in order Well, I’ve taken it one step further and pick all my outfits + accessories for the week! And, y’all! It’s so nice to reach in, snag my outfit + accessories and go. Do I wear them in order of how they’re in my closet? No. I let the day tell me what to choose, but I only choose from those outfits! It’s one less (maybe several less?!) decisions I have to make first thing in the morning. And it keeps this work from home gal out of her soft clothes! . . . #sundayreset #sundayscaries #getreadywithme #wardrobereset #ootd
This might be an unpopular opinion… but bottled This might be an unpopular opinion… but bottled Italian dressing makes the BEST marinade for chicken! For every one pound of chicken, use 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire Sauce + 1/2 cup Dressing! It packs in the flavor, doesn’t need a whole day to marinate, and it’s ALWAYS delish!! . . . #grillingandchilling #chickenrecipe #chickenmarinade #summerentertaining
Greek Salad! Y’all, I know this isn’t “auth Greek Salad! Y’all, I know this isn’t “authentic,” but it’s such a good salad to make and share with your people! Fill up a big platter with… 🥬 Romaine Lettuce 🥒 Sliced up Cucumbers 🍅 Sliced Tomatoes 🧅 Sliced Shallots 🧀 LOTS of Feta Cheese Greek Dressing! It’s just your heart's desire for olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh garlic, and feta cheese, lots of oregano, salt, and pepper. Shake it up and serve with your salad! Snag the other recipes for the full dinner menu by saying “GREEK SALAD” in the comments! What do you think?? . . . #greeksalad #grillingandchilling #americangreeksalad #summersalad
Load More Follow on Instagram

Top Shared Posts

instagram worthy cheese board idea

Individual Cheeseboards

charcuterie board ideas

45 Cheeseboards that will BLOW Your Mind!

Thanksgiving Dressing Recipe

Grandma's Thanksgiving Dressing

Spinach pie is a low carb side dish that your family will request over and over!

Keto Spinach Pie

dilly ranch cheez its

Dilly Ranch Cheez-Its

Building Community - Let's Chat About... with Sweetpea Lifestyle

Building Community is harder than you think! Let's chat about how you can show up for your people and love them really well!   Pantry Essentials you've got to try on Amazon!   ***If you want a FREE month of the Hey, Ashley! Membership Collective listen to the end of the episode! Send your special "thing" to [email protected]***
  1. Building Community 16:38
  2. Life Priorities + Future You Gifts! 13:33
  3. Your Best Life is an Automated Life! 16:45
  4. Habits + Habit Stacking 18:48
  5. TRAILER: Let's Chat About... with Sweetpea Lifestyle 01:16
  • Easy Recipes for Busy Weeknights
    $9.00
    Add to cartContinue Loading Done
  • How to Celebrate at Home eBook
    $9.00
    Add to cartContinue Loading Done
  • Hostess Handbook
    $19.00
    Add to cartContinue Loading Done

Get the latest in your inbox!

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Cooking

  • Breakfast
  • Low Carb
  • Dinner
  • Drinks
  • Salads
  • Side Dishes

Entertaining

  • Effortless Hosting
  • Creating a Game Plan
  • Entertaining on a Budget
  • How to Celebrate at Home
  • Entertaining Essentials
  • Small Space Gathering Guide

Lifestyle

  • Kitchen Favorites
  • Productive Mornings
  • Thanksgiving Checklist
  • Establish a Routine
  • Styling a Bar Cart
  • Plan to Be Productive
  • Home
  • Blog
  • About
  • Legal
Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest TikTok Apple Podcasts

© 2024 Sweetpea Lifestyle • Create Theme by Restored 316

Scroll to top
  • cooking
    • appetizers
    • basics
    • beverages
    • breakfast
    • low carb living
    • main dishes
    • meal prep
    • salads
    • sandwiches
    • soups
    • southern recipes
    • side dishes
    • something sweet
    • tiktok recipes
  • lifestyle
    • DIY
    • gift guides
    • goal setting
    • organization
    • time management
    • tips & tricks
  • celebrating
    • holidays
      • Thanksgiving
      • Christmas
      • New Years
      • Easter
      • Americana
      • Other Holidays
    • hosting
    • group dinners
    • parties
  • Meet Ashley!
  • Resources
Search